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Measurement Science for Breakthrough Improvements in Construction Productivity
Pages 14-18

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... The BFRL focus on measurement science in this area is appropriate because of the credibility of NIST in this area, the existing interfaces that NIST has with other organizations, its staff capabilities, the multiyear approaches that are necessary to have significant impact on this industry segment, and the rapid and fragmented nature of technology development in the building industry at large. By advancing measurement methods and related technologies, the BFRL work is a critical enabler of the adoption of performance-based standards in industry.
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From page 15...
... BFRL staff efforts within ISO and ASHRAE reflect a commitment to long-term activities to continue the development, dissemination, and adoption of BIM technologies. The projects on Metrics and Tools for Construction Productivity and the Virtual Project Data Integration Testbed address the NIST goal of identifying critical measurement gaps that act as a barrier to innovation, and specifically the need for reliable and unbiased performance data to speed the adoption of new and innovative technologies in the building and construction sector.
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From page 16...
... These achievements include the following: The Automated Equipment Information Exchange data exchange protocol is now being adopted by industry (e.g., American Petroleum Institute, American Society for Manufacturing Engineers, Electric Power Research Institute, Hydraulic Institute, Institute for Nuclear Power Operations, and Process Industry Practices) for interoperable information representation and exchange.
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From page 17...
... However, the phrase "construction productivity" may be a misleading rubric for this Strategic Priority Area, because the evolution and life cycle of a construction project involve many phases, including the definition of business need, facility planning, project planning, design and procurement, construction, start-up, commissioning, and operations. The overall measure of productivity involves much more than just the construction phase and is strongly dependent on the material/equipment/worker interface, which in turn requires flexible rules and regulations if it is to capitalize on emerging technological opportunities.
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From page 18...
... has been recognized by the BFRL staff; however, this importance will increase as adoption progresses, and rising to the challenge will require a significant effort, including resourcing and recruiting appropriate staff levels and expertise that likely cannot be adequately undertaken with existing BFRL staff levels.
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  • industry productivity
  • information modeling
  • improving construction
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  • productivity measurement

  • building information
  • project data
  • data integration
  • bim technologies
  • measurement science

  • equipment information
  • information exchange
  • job site
  • potential breakthrough
  • bim activities

  • automated equipment
  • data exchange
  • integration testbed
  • technical merit
  • staff levels

  • nist mission
  • virtual project
  • breakthrough technology
  • ongoing work
  • automation technologies


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